Great to be out on the doors in Chéticamp-Margarees-Pleasant Bay supporting PC candidate Claude Bourgeois. It’s always valuable to hear directly from people about what they want to see from their government, both the good and the bad. Listening is part of the job. People know there is still more work to do, but they also recognize how far we’ve come. When we took office after eight years of Liberal government, Nova Scotia was facing significant challenges in healthcare, economic development, and labour relations. Since then, we’ve been focused on getting results and building a stronger province. The contrast is clear. -While the previous Liberal governments under Stephen McNeil and Iain Rankin repeatedly imposed contracts on teachers and other workers, our government has respected the collective bargaining process. Since taking office, we’ve successfully negotiated more than 400 worker agreements. The courts found key aspects of the Liberals’ approach to labour relations unconstitutional, and we continue working to rebuild trust and strengthen relationships with workers and their representatives. -The Liberals spent years shutting down opportunities for responsible natural resource development, leaving economic potential on the table and limiting opportunities in many rural communities. Our government is taking a different approach by working with science and industry experts to safely and responsibly develop our natural resources, create good paying jobs, strengthen local economies, and make Nova Scotia more self sufficient. -After years of Liberal neglect in healthcare, Nova Scotians were left with growing waitlists, persistent staffing shortages, and a system under tremendous strain. We made a commitment not to accept the status quo. Today, there are more healthcare professionals working in Nova Scotia, more ways for people to access care, and new healthcare infrastructure being built across the province. The doctor waitlist has gone down significantly, and we’re continuing to recruit and retain more physicians than ever before, including 199 net new doctors this year alone. The choice in this by election is clear. We can continue building on the progress we’ve made over the last several years, or return to the policies and approach that left Nova Scotia facing these challenges in the first place. That’s why I’m asking voters to support Claude Bourgeois. He will be a strong voice for every community across this constituency and will bring local priorities directly to the government’s decision making table. Let’s keep moving Nova Scotia forward. Let’s make it happen.

Smiths Cove Fire Department Going Solar news.novascotia.ca/en/2026/0…

Regulatory Change for Lead Acid Battery Manufacturing news.novascotia.ca/en/2026/0…

A tentative agreement has been reached between CUPE and long-term care employers.

Toasting #WorldEnvironmentDay with zero emissions roastery coffee at Expeditions Coffee Roasters in Falmouth - with the only Probat all electric roaster in Canada, it's efficient, clean, zero emissions & delicious coffee, roasted right here in NS!

Today is #WorldEnvironmentDay & the theme is climate change. Did you know that Nova Scotia has a fully-funded Climate Plan & a dedicated team working on both adaptation & mitigation strategies? .../2 Learn more here: climatechange.novascotia.ca/…

On #WorldEnvironmentDay & every day, Nova Scotians are switching to renewable energy, protecting natural areas, lowering their carbon footprint & more - climate solutions are taking root across NS! Together we can be resilient & sustainable in the face of climate change.

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June 5 is #WorldEnvironment Day! To celebrate MLA Melissa Sheehy- Richard and I visited the Benjamin Mills Wind Project, located in Hants West. On shore wind generation will contribute to Nova Scotia’s long term electricity price stability. These turbines support regional economic activity and enhances renewable energy infrastructure. Benjamin Mills directly supports Nova Scotia’s goal of 80% renewable electricity by 2030 and supports our GHG reduction targets. We can protect the environment and build up our economy. Sustainable development. Nova Scotia can and must do both.

...holding large emitters accountable for reducing their emissions & robust laws to keep our air clean -- NS Environment and Climate Change is working every day to protect the air we all share.   💙 Together, we can keep NS' air clear, safe & sustainable.

...with an entire team at ECC dedicated to keeping it that way. From new Air Quality Regulations that took effect on June 1, to transitioning to clean energy, to holding large emitters accountable for reducing their emissions & the requirement for industries & companies../2

On #CleanAirDay we’re reminded that clean air is vital to our health, environment & something we must pass onto future generations. Every action—big or small—helps keep our air clean, healthy & breathable. NS is fortunate to have excellent air quality.../2

First update in 30 years to rules regarding N.S. air quality start today halifax.citynews.ca/2026/06/…

Nova Scotia's updated & stronger Air Quality Regulations came into effect June 1. Thanks to the hard-working & committed team at ECC whose work every day helps ensure Nova Scotians continue to have clean, healthy air to breathe. Learn more at: news.novascotia.ca/en/2026/0…

June is Pride Month in Nova Scotia. Pride is a time to celebrate diversity, inclusion, and the progress we continue to make toward a province where everyone feels respected, valued, and free to be themselves. Nova Scotia is strongest when everyone has the opportunity to belong, contribute, and thrive.

Our government is investing $6.3 million through the Sustainable Communities Challenge Fund to help communities prepare for drought and water shortages. We’re also launching a new water resources data portal so municipalities, researchers, and communities have better access to the information they need to make informed decisions. As our climate changes, we need to be ready. By investing in local solutions and better data, we’re helping ensure Nova Scotians have reliable and sustainable access to water for years to come. Learn more: news.novascotia.ca/en/2026/0…

Nova Scotia’s new Air Quality Regulations are now in effect June 1, 2026. Forever grateful to my colleagues Dr. Christina Wells, Matt Seaboyer, Janet MacKinnon and the Air Quality Team that made this happen. Your hard work these past 4.5 years have paid off for Nova Scotia! Thrilled to sign the new regulations in my community of Dartmouth East at Shubie park. These regulations will help ensure we breathe clean air for generations to come. We can build up our economy and protect the environment. Sustainable Development. Nova Scotia can and must do both.

As of May 1, there are 60,193 Nova Scotians on the Need a Family Practice Registry, representing 5.5% of the population. This reflects a continued downward trend as we strengthen access to primary care through initiatives like PACE, the Cape Breton University Medical School, and ongoing recruitment and retention efforts across the province. Since April 1, 1,754 fewer Nova Scotians are on the registry. This change is driven by a combination of people being connected to primary care providers, updated registry information, and system improvements that ensure more accurate tracking over time. It is important to note that movement on the registry reflects both successful attachments to care and updates that remove outdated or duplicate entries. Together, these changes show ongoing progress in improving access to primary care. There is still more work to do to ensure every Nova Scotian can access primary care. If you are on the registry, please make sure your information is up to date so you can be reached when a provider becomes available. You can update or confirm your details here: needafamilypractice.nshealth… Learn more here: nshealth.ca/news-and-notices… Review the full detailed report here: nshealth.ca/documents-and-re…

National Accessibility Week is an important reminder that accessibility matters every day. Our government has taken important steps to make Nova Scotia more accessible by adopting the Built Environment Accessibility Standard, improving accessibility at parks, beaches and public spaces, and investing in more inclusive community spaces across the province. We’ve expanded accessibility training across government and continued work on new standards in education, employment, transportation, and government services as we work toward the goal of an accessible Nova Scotia by 2030. There’s more work ahead, and we’ll keep working to make sure every Nova Scotian can fully participate in their community.